Atty. Michael P. Shay

Atty. Michael P. Shay

Michael P. Shay is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, workers compensation, municipal law and 2 other areas of law.

Bethlehem Bethlehem 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael P. Shay at a glance

Michael P. Shay is a Member based in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, practicing at Shay, Santee & Kelhart. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on workers comp, zoning, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1976), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1975) and Lehigh University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Northampton County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Bethlehem, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael P. Shay is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, workers compensation, municipal law and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Lehigh University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Michael practices at Shay, Santee & Kelhart in Bethlehem, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael P. Shay's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael P. Shay handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael P. Shay is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Land Use & Zoning

Michael P. Shay is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Michael P. Shay is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Michael P. Shay is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bethlehem are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael P. Shay

Where is Michael P. Shay's law office located?
Michael P. Shay's law practice is located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The firm is Shay, Santee & Kelhart. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael P. Shay handle?
Michael P. Shay focuses on workers comp, zoning, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Michael P. Shay practiced law?
Michael P. Shay has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Michael P. Shay go to law school?
Michael P. Shay earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Michael P. Shay for a consultation?
You can contact Michael P. Shay directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael P. Shay received?
Michael P. Shay's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 1975
B.A.
Lehigh University
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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